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The Prosper North Community: in conversation with The Met
We are very pleased to have welcomed The Met among the organisations on the first edition of free business support programme Prosper North.
Victoria Robinson, their Chief Executive Officer, gave us the opportunity to chat about The Met and what they expect Prosper North to help them with.Can you tell us a bit more about your…
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Prosper North Business Advisors: Sabina Strachan
Over the past 6 years, Creative United has established a unique network of exceptionally qualified business advisors whose expertise span the full breadth and depth of the arts and creative industries.
Sabina Strachan is an independent change consultant with 18 years experience working in management consulting, research development and heritage management across multiple sectors in culture…
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Prosper North Business Advisors: Bryn Jones
Over the past 6 years, Creative United has established a unique network of exceptionally qualified business advisors whose expertise span the full breadth and depth of the arts and creative industries.
Bryn Jones has over 30 years’ management and consultancy experience in the museums, heritage, arts, tourism and wider leisure sector. He and his company has…
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Prosper North Business Advisors: Andrew Evans
Over the past 6 years, Creative United has established a unique network of exceptionally qualified business advisors whose expertise span the full breadth and depth of the arts and creative industries.
Andrew Evans is an experienced fundraising director and consultant who has secured seven figure donations from both individual donors and grant-makers in areas including arts…
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In conversation with the Joseph Rowntree Theatre
The Joseph Rowntree Theatre is a venue in York that is operated by the community for the community.
With 362 seats, they accommodate a wide range of productions throughout the year.
We spoke with Graham Mitchell, their Company Secretary and Fundraising and Events Director, to find out more about the theatre and its mission, and to understand… -
In conversation with The Quilters’ Guild
The Quilters’ Guild is the national organisation for people involved in patchwork and quilting, whether you are a beginner, an experienced quilter or someone interested in the history and development of patchwork and quilting. Founded in 1979 by a group of quilting enthusiasts, it has grown from a founding membership of 300 to over 6,500…
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In conversation with David Renwick at National Lottery Heritage Fund
We spoke to David Renwick, Director for the North, at the National Lottery Heritage Fund, about their support for Prosper North and how it might make an impact on the cultural heritage sector.
Why did the National Lottery Heritage Fund want to invest in a business support programme for the north?
As an organisation, we’ve just gone…
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In conversation with Key Fund CEO Matt Smith
We caught up with Matt Smith, Chief Executive of Key Fund, a strategic partner for Prosper North to find out more about how organisations can access social investment.
Can you tell us more about Key Fund?
Key Fund provides investment to support the development and growth of trading activity in community and social enterprises. The ultimate aim… -
Prosper North Edition 1: Museum of RAF Firefighting
Steve Shirley MBE is the founder of the Museum of RAF Firefighting, currently located in Scunthorpe. He talks to us about joining Prosper North and his aspiration that a volunteer-led organisation can combine both passion and business acumen.
Tell us more about the museum…
We’re a committed group of volunteers dedicated to promoting awareness of military firefighting… -
Prosper North Edition 1: West Cheshire Museums
Richard Hall from West Cheshire Museums talks to us about what he’s hoping to get out of the Prosper North programme and the importance of diversifying income streams in uncertain times.
Tell us more about West Cheshire Museums…
Our four museums cover a huge slice of Cheshire’s history and we aim to inspire communities and visitors alike…
